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Not even the grandest of American sports spectacles is immune to the nation's deep political divisions. Conversations on Twitter, Facebook and other social networks show the Patriots have certainly won over some new fans because of the Trump ties.
The story begins in earnest in the late 1930s, when the Horween brothers — whose family by that point had become well-known for producing fine leathers, including Shell Cordovan used in upscale shoes, gloves and wallets — got to know a local businessman named George S. Halas.
Here are five reasons you should root for the Falcons in this year's big game.
Referee Carl Cheffers will lead the crew of game officials selected to work the Super Bowl.
From Tom Brady looking to become the first quarterback to win five Super Bowl titles to Matt Ryan seeking to give Atlanta its first, there are plenty of numbers that will get a lot of attention leading up to the Big Game.
A crew of four men worked on the painstaking process of painting the New England Patriots logo on one end zone on Tuesday afternoon at NRG Stadium for the Super Bowl.
After piling up 540 points in the regular season, the NFL's highest-scoring offense has been even better in the playoffs. The Falcons scored 36 points against Seattle last week and 44 more against Green Bay in a lopsided NFC championship game.
An emotional Joe Flacco tackles the very serious issue of 'Super Bowl Party Pooping' in this clip.
So, the Broncos will be skipping the postseason party for the first time since 2010.
It's official: Lady Gaga will headline the Super Bowl halftime show next year.
Now, time for a reality check. It's September. Not for nothing, as they say in Philly, but there's a long way to go.
Lady Gaga will perform at the 51st annual football championship event at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas, on February 5, 2017.
The Baltimore Ravens' Super Bowl odds improved to 20-to-1 after being 30-to-1 to start the season.
Lady Gaga is inching closer to one of the biggest gigs on the planet: performing at the Super Bowl halftime show in 2017.
Ed and Rob pick their winners for each division and their Superbowl picks.
Broncos quarterback Trevor Siemian will throw his first pass as a pro Thursday night when the Super Bowl champs kick off the 2016 season against the Carolina Panthers.
The NFL awarded Super Bowls to Atlanta, Miami and Los Angeles Tuesday.
Joe Flacco's main goal is winning another Super Bowl with the Ravens.
In 2002, Dungy took over in Indianapolis, he became the first coach in NFL history to have six straight seasons with 12 or more wins.
"I love the possible storybook ending and my hope is that he hangs up the cleats," said Jeremy Conn.
Ever wondered what happens to all the losing team's merchandise that was printed for the Super Bowl?
"Just because some people can handle defeat without being petulant doesn't make them a loser."
Anyone that remembers Super Bowl XXXV knows that that game was a complete domination by the Ravens defense.
Super Bowl MVP Von Miller has a performance for the ages against Cam Newton as the Broncos ride their defense all the way to the team's third world championship.
Steve Davis believes both Super Bowl quarterbacks are worthy of criticism in how they handled the post-game.
An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect through Friday as feels like temperatures reach and possibly surpass 110°.
City and state leaders announced that millions of dollars will be going into communities to continue their work to decrease vacant properties in Baltimore.
Maryland's Board of Public Works approved the state's $48.5 million purchase of Laurel Park Race Track.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
With the heat index approaching 110 degrees through the Fourth of July, people are going to splash pads, pools, or cooling centers.
An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect through Friday as feels like temperatures reach and possibly surpass 110°.
The extreme heat moving into Maryland this week could be dangerous not only for humans but their pets, too.
Doris Hill has a simple message about aging - don't let a number define you.
City and state leaders announced that millions of dollars will be going into communities to continue their work to decrease vacant properties in Baltimore.
Maryland's Board of Public Works approved the state's $48.5 million purchase of Laurel Park Race Track.
The extreme heat moving into Maryland this week could be dangerous not only for humans but their pets, too.
Marylanders are reacting to the United States and Israel's military strike on Iran.
The Ravens said they "clearly made an error" and won't appeal the ruling.
A Howard County Police officer responded to a call last weekend that really got his goat.
Chilly night ahead with some frost possible west of I-95. Warmer weather returns this weekend.
WJZ's Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Jimmy's Famous Seafood in Baltimore celebrates America 250.
WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas visits Hershey Park to talk food, fun, and all that Hershey Park has to offer for their major celebrations this Summer.
Dr Rachel Marquez tells WJZ-TV how to identify heat related illness within children. She also gives guiltiness and precautions on how to keep your children safe during the hottest days of Summer.
Skift airline reporter Meghna Maharishi tells WJZ-TV about the rising travel costs and the best time to hit the road for your holiday vacation.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
July 1 is "Bobby Bonilla Day," an annual payday for the former Baltimore Orioles and New York Mets slugger, whose $1 million deferred payments will continue on that date until 2035.
Dean Kremer pitched six impressive innings in his return from a quad injury, and the Baltimore Orioles avoided a sweep Wednesday with a 6-1 victory over the Chicago White Sox.
Colson Montgomery and Junior Perez homered during Chicago's seven-run third inning and the White Sox pounded the Baltimore Orioles 9-3 on Tuesday night.
Colson Montgomery hit a go-ahead double in the eighth inning, Jacob Gonzalez drove in three runs and the Chicago White Sox beat the Baltimore Orioles 8-2 on Monday night in the opener of their series.
President Trump claims the problems with the Reflecting Pool in Washington are due to vandalism.
The U.S. and Iran are expected to meet for a signing ceremony on Friday, June 19, in Switzerland, Pakistan's prime minister said.
Several key leadership roles in Maryland will be decided at the ballot boxes this year, beginning with the state's primary elections.
The money will fund new and existing coal plants, as well as an export terminal in Oakland, California.
A federal district judge granted Kilmar Abrego Garcia's motion to dismiss two criminal charges on the grounds his prosecution was vindictive and selective.
Nearly 200 families were expected to shop at the 10th annual Christmas Store, hosted by the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and The Foundry Church on Friday.
After a loved one became a victim of sexual assault, a Maryland family is on a mission to prevent it among teens.
Over 400 future star chefs took over Baltimore on Saturday for a National Culinary Cook-off.
Chopped Broadway Bodega & Deli is making its mark as the first Black- and women-owned bodega in Fells Point, bringing the unmistakable flavors of a classic New York bodega to Baltimore.
'I Believe in Me Girls' held its fifth annual workshop on Saturday to empower young women while introducing them to a variety of career opportunities in the creative industry.
Senator Kagan said this bill will limit what she calls "bait and switch" and price gouging.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
Neighbors in one west Baltimore neighborhood are figuring out what to do for groceries, due to the Giant Food location in Edmondson Village closing next month.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will stay open after it was sold to a nonprofit.
New flights to both U.S. and Caribbean destinations are coming to BWI in 2026.
After three decades of serving customers on the Baltimore waterfront, The Cheesecake Factory is closing its Inner Harbor location.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
The Baltimore Tech Hub, one of 31 federal "Tech Hubs" designated last year, was skipped for a cut of $504 million in the first round of funding for the program.
Two New Jersey residents were potentially exposed to a person infected with hantavirus, according to health officials.
Staff at Sinai Hospital's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit say they are seeing double as they care for five sets of twins at once.
A proposed bill in Maryland could make it easier for diners to spot unhealthy menu items before they order.
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert is marking the end of an iconic late-night franchise on CBS.
Bobby J. Brown's breakout role was as a police officer on HBO's "The Wire." He appeared in 12 episodes across four seasons.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire" and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died.
An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect through Friday as feels like temperatures reach and possibly surpass 110°.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Extreme heat revs up this week in Maryland
Extreme heat continues to ramp up across Maryland
Extreme heat will stick around Maryland Wednesday through the Fourth of July weekend.
WJZ's Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Meals on Wheels is helping thousands of people during the heat wave. WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas reports.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Extreme heat revs up this week in Maryland
Baltimore soccer fans celebrate U.S. World Cup win